The House of Representatives pledged on Wednesday to ensure that the late Nigerian artist Ilerioluwa Aloba, also known as Mohbad, receives fair remuneration and royalties from his musical creations.
According to Anaedoonline.ng, the 27-year-old rapper’s rights and royalties were discussed at an interactive session by the chairman of the House Committee on Justice, Olumide Osoba, who represents the Abeokuta North/Odeda/Obafemi-Owode Federal Constituency of Ogun State.
In case you forgot, Mohbad died away on September 12, 2023, and was buried the next day.
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Due to the circumstances surrounding the singer’s death, the Lagos Police exhumed his body on September 21 for an autopsy.
Osoba emphasised the significance of collecting compensation and royalties, emphasising that these payments are a source of income for artists.
He bemoaned the fact that the current system in the Nigerian music business does not safeguard musicians, especially the up-and-coming artists, to make the most of their rights, especially during disputes with record firms.
It also emphasised the importance of acknowledging that young musicians frequently lack knowledge of their rights when signing contracts.
In order to ensure that Mohbad’s royalties and other advantages are protected, Osoba added that the committee has asked for the pertinent information on his passing and the procedures to do so.
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He said, “This inadequate awareness on the part of musical artists makes it difficult to get adequate compensation for their works, particularly during disagreements with their record labels.
“Additionally, there is a need to adapt the music industry to the digital age. While digital streaming platforms have revolutionised music consumption and distribution, young musicians often struggle to earn a substantial income due to outdated royalty structures.
“Advocating for revised royalty models that accurately reflect the value of music in the streaming era is essential.”
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